Overview
- INDEC’s December inflation reading of 2.84% sets a 2.8% update for February under Decree 274/2024, applying automatically to pensions and social assignments.
- The minimum retirement benefit increases by about 2.8%, moving from $349,299 in January to roughly $359,000 in February, with small figure variations reported across outlets.
- ANSES published the February schedule: PNC pay from February 9–13, minimum-haber retirees from February 9–20, and higher-haber retirees from February 23–27, all by DNI termination.
- The 70,000‑peso bonus was paid in January to minimum and low-benefit recipients, and the government has not yet confirmed whether it will continue in February.
- AUH, PUAM, PNC and family allowances also rise 2.8% in February, with AUH maintaining the 20% monthly retention pending required documentation.